Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bussei
ID:
722440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 479 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721773



Common Names

  • Busse's Hexalobus
  • Hexalobus bussei
  • Busse's Starfish Flower


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Description

Hexalobus bussei (also called Busse's Hexalobus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows up to 8 m tall and has obovate leaves that are 6-15 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Hexalobus bussei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a very attractive foliage and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexalobus bussei has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexalobus bussei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Hexalobus bussei

Hexalobus bussei is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Hexalobus bussei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexalobus bussei?

Hexalobus bussei

What is the common name of Hexalobus bussei?

Busse's Hexalobus

What is the natural habitat of Hexalobus bussei?

It is native to South America

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73703-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.